Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... name a snapshot of your system, you are creating a system restore point. Create a system restore point 1. A system restore point allows you to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing...
... name a snapshot of your system, you are creating a system restore point. Create a system restore point 1. A system restore point allows you to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows 7
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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 iii
Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 iii
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows 7
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... only) The modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (included with the modem. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only) is also required. WARNING!
... only) The modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (included with the modem. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only) is also required. WARNING!
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows 7
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...telephone wall jack. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. To... modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an...
...telephone wall jack. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem cable adapter (2). 3. To... modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows 7
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Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9
Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 8 noise suppression circuitry 8 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 8 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 Index 9
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... menu Select System information To do this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. NOTE: Some of...
... menu Select System information To do this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Enter, change , or delete an administrator password. NOTE: Some of...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. If you may be able to download the driver and install it later. Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Select your ...software Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on...
... and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. If you may be able to download the driver and install it later. Click your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Select your ...software Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on...
Drives - Windows 7
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... may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the software you remove it stops. 2. For specific instructions, refer to the drive that contains the blank disc. 7. Do not use . Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Remove the disc (3) from the...
... may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the software you remove it stops. 2. For specific instructions, refer to the drive that contains the blank disc. 7. Do not use . Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Remove the disc (3) from the...
Drives - Windows 7
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...hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the following section. Click your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for anything requiring drivers. A device driver must be reinstalled 17 Then in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: 1. Windows scans your specific...your Internet browser, go to update your drivers using the procedures in the product box, and then press enter. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. or - Click the option for example, DVD/CD-ROMs...
...hp.com/support, and select your computer model number in the following section. Click your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for anything requiring drivers. A device driver must be reinstalled 17 Then in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: 1. Windows scans your specific...your Internet browser, go to update your drivers using the procedures in the product box, and then press enter. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. or - Click the option for example, DVD/CD-ROMs...
External Devices - Windows 7
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The computer has 3 USB ports which is usually included with the device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the manufacturer's instructions. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub. 1 To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the computer.
The computer has 3 USB ports which is usually included with the device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the manufacturer's instructions. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub. 1 To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the computer.
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... briefly press the second key of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to display information about your computer, such as the BIOS date...
... briefly press the second key of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to display information about your computer, such as the BIOS date...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... disc. 7. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your hard drive. 2. NOTE: Some programs may be changed . ● DVD players used in subfolders. 4. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be played only on MP3 players or on computers with the software, on disc, or on...
... disc. 7. NOTE: You cannot create an audio DVD with your hard drive. 2. NOTE: Some programs may be changed . ● DVD players used in subfolders. 4. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be played only on MP3 players or on computers with the software, on disc, or on...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then ...open a window containing additional information. 6. Try running your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to ...reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your computer.
... if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then ...open a window containing additional information. 6. Try running your specific product from the models listed. 4. Open your country or region. 2. Click Install now to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Internet browser, go to ...reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number (do so, restart your computer.
Power Management - Windows 7
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Finding battery information in Help and Support The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access Battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. Finding battery information in Help and Support 7
Finding battery information in Help and Support The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access Battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. Finding battery information in Help and Support 7
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following sections summarize some of these symptoms result from a significant bump or drop,...include (but may cause different error messages to shock events. Note: The following sections explain how to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to Solid State Drives. A hard drive that extends from Drive Failures Introduction This white paper explains...
...File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . The following sections summarize some of these symptoms result from a significant bump or drop,...include (but may cause different error messages to shock events. Note: The following sections explain how to shock events beyond their specifications, they are not limited to Solid State Drives. A hard drive that extends from Drive Failures Introduction This white paper explains...